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Energy Storage Basics (Webinar)

Online

Course Description: Energy Storage Systems (ESS) are the key to increasing the amount of renewables on the grid. This class will cover the basics of ESS terminology and common ESS battery chemistries, such as lithium-ion and lead-acid. We will introduce you to the many ways that ESSs can pay off, lower utility bills and how this helps the grid. The class will cover different ESS configurations, such as dc-coupling and ac-coupling. We will dive into the basics of relevant codes

TECH & ESMAC HEAT PUMP WATER HEATER EDUCATION

Online

Manufacturers Heat Pump Water Heating (HPWH) Education session focused on technology features and benefits, appropriate applications, energy efficiency comparison to other water heater types, installation techniques, and best practices, service support and warranty, proper maintenance, troubleshooting, and selling strategies

Next Generation Refrigerants: Taking a Closer Look at A2L Solutions

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A new generation of refrigerants are coming to comfort cooling applications, specifically in residential and light commercial systems. These new refrigerants, commonly identified by their low-global warming potential (low-GWP), often come with different characteristics than the prior generation of refrigerants (such as R-410a). This session will cover the reasons for the changes in refrigerants, characteristics of some of the next generation refrigerants, and the changes the industry faces as a result, including building codes, safety standards, application and installation, operation

EN Webinar: Electric Yard Care – Ditch the Gas

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Electrifying your home means switching out everything that burns fossil fuels, including your yard equipment. It’s easier than ever to take this affordable step towards home electrification with the efficient electric options for mowing, leaf blowing, trimming and edging on the market today. Battery-powered tools are much quieter to operate and require no messy filling with fuels and oil and virtually no maintenance. They start at the push of a button and produce zero carbon emissions or air pollution. Modern

Residential Heat Pump Water Heaters: Technology, Sales and Installation Challenges – Part 1 (Webinar)

Online

Description: The case for building All-Electric is stronger than ever.  All-Electric homes are cheaper to build and operate, healthier and more comfortable to live in, and have GHG emissions roughly half that of mixed fuel homes.  The 2022 California energy code will accelerate adoption of All-Electric building and this class will show why electric homes facilitate easier energy code compliance.  Taught by two instructors who have built all-electric homes for themselves and are experts in the field, you’ll get an

Introduction to Passive House Retrofits: The EnerPHit Standard

Online

Achieving the Passive House Standard in refurbishments of existing buildings is not always a realistic goal, and for such buildings, the Passive House Institute has developed the EnerPHit standard for certified energy retrofits with Passive House Components. In this webinar, trainers from the Passive House Network will discuss how the EnerPHit standard can accommodate the realities of existing old buildings, where foundations, party lines, historic preservation, cost, and other factors make a typical Passive House certification impossible. Learn how existing

Title 24 Compliance Modeling & Decarbonization with IESVE Software

Online

Integrated Environmental Solutions (IES) Ltd will provide a one-day software training course using IESVE software for Title 24 Compliance modeling of new nonresidential buildings, and will include modeling of various decarbonization strategies for above-code programs in all-electric jurisdictions. The agenda will include an introduction and overview, 3D model architecture, loads optimization, decarbonization analysis and simulation (see agenda for more details). Trainees will be required to follow along with the software and will be provided with free IESVE software for these

California Policy Call!

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Join the CA Team as we dive into California Policy Updates!

Effective Coaching and Mentoring

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Coaching and mentoring staff are two important ways to retain top talent and build a leadership pipeline. But many people don’t even know that they are two different things! Coaching focuses on enhancing current job performance. Mentorships are supportive relationships that can reduce and reframe personal, structural and cultural barriers that hold emerging leaders back from achieving their full potential. Both are important. Why should you make time to coach and mentor employees? Not only will it empower your staff

TECH & ESMAC HEAT PUMP WATER HEATER EDUCATION

Online

Manufacturers Heat Pump Water Heating (HPWH) Education session focused on technology features and benefits, appropriate applications, energy efficiency comparison to other water heater types, installation techniques, and best practices, service support and warranty, proper maintenance, troubleshooting, and selling strategies

Extreme Weather Events and Building Resilience in Home Electrification and Decarbonization

Online

Climate change is driving a rise in the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, such as heatwaves, cold snaps, floods, hurricanes, etc., significantly impacting the stability and reliability of buildings’ energy systems and infrastructure. This seminar will delve into the intersection of extreme weather events and resilience strategies associated with reducing emissions from homes. Key topics include identifying the vulnerabilities of current home electrification systems to extreme weather events and highlighting the critical need for home resilient design and

DUCTED HEAT PUMPS – PART 2: ALL-ELECTRIC IN DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION SERIES

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All-Electric in Design & Construction Series Incorporating all-electric systems into residential and small commercial projects can be a bumpy road, but understanding the nuts and bolts of specific systems helps smooth out the process. By identifying and reviewing specific products and manufacturers, we’ll provide architects, builders and owners with the tools to easily go from design and permitting to construction and operation. This is a five-part series to pick-and-choose, or take all five: Part 1: Ductless Heat Pumps will address